Review the side-effects of Azelastine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Bitter taste, headache, drowsiness, nasal burning, inflammation of pharynx/nose, dry mouth, sneezing, nausea, fatigue, dizziness, nosebleed and increased weight.
Body as Whole- Allergic reaction, back pain, viral infection, discomfort or uneasiness, pain in extremities, abdominal pain and fever.
Heart - Flushing, high blood pressure and fast heart rate.
Skin- Contact dermatitis, inflammation, hair follicle infection, skin infection and skin laceration.
Gastrointestinal- Constipation, inflammation of stomach/tongue/intestine, ulcer, vomiting, increased SGPT, diarrhea and toothache.
Metabolic- Increased appetite.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle/joint pain, jawbone dislocation and joint inflammation.
Central Nervous System- Hyperactivity and fainting.
Psychological- Anxiety, depersonalization, depression, nervousness, sleep disorder and abnormal thinking.
Respiratory- Asthma, coughing, throat burning, inflammation of larynx/bronchus/sinus, dry throat, shortness of breath, nasal congestion, nasal dryness and post nasal drip.
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Eye and ENT- Eye inflammation, eye pain, watery eyes, nasal sore and loss of taste.
Genitourinary - Presence of albumin in urine, breast pain, absence of menstrual period, blood in urine and increased urinary frequency.
Astelin , Astepro , Optivar
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common- Bitter taste, headache, drowsiness, nasal burning, inflammation of pharynx/nose, dry mouth, sneezing, nausea, fatigue, dizziness, nosebleed and increased weight.
Body as Whole- Allergic reaction, back pain, viral infection, discomfort or uneasiness, pain in extremities, abdominal pain and fever.
Heart - Flushing, high blood pressure and fast heart rate.
Skin- Contact dermatitis, inflammation, hair follicle infection, skin infection and skin laceration.
Gastrointestinal- Constipation, inflammation of stomach/tongue/intestine, ulcer, vomiting, increased SGPT, diarrhea and toothache.
Metabolic- Increased appetite.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle/joint pain, jawbone dislocation and joint inflammation.
Central Nervous System- Hyperactivity and fainting.
Psychological- Anxiety, depersonalization, depression, nervousness, sleep disorder and abnormal thinking.
Respiratory- Asthma, coughing, throat burning, inflammation of larynx/bronchus/sinus, dry throat, shortness of breath, nasal congestion, nasal dryness and post nasal drip.
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Eye and ENT- Eye inflammation, eye pain, watery eyes, nasal sore and loss of taste.
Genitourinary - Presence of albumin in urine, breast pain, absence of menstrual period, blood in urine and increased urinary frequency.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Azelastine
Azelastine(Astelin ) generic is a selective histamine antagonist, prescribed in treating allergic rhinitis. It blocks the histamine action, which reduces allergy symptoms.Trade Names for Azelastine
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Astelin , Astepro , Optivar
